rocket
Pronunciation: [ˈrɒkɪt]
Word
Context: "space exploration"
(noun) a rocket is a vehicle that is built to travel into space. It uses powerful engines to push itself upward, carrying people or equipment into the sky. Rockets are used in space missions, like sending astronauts to the moon.
Example
The rocket launched successfully and reached orbit around the Earth.
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The rocket did not make it into space due to a technical failure.
Example
What was the destination of the rocket that launched yesterday?
Context: "toys"
(noun) a toy rocket is a small model that looks like a real rocket. Kids often play with these toys to pretend they are launching rockets into space.
Example
She played with her toy rocket all day, imagining it was going to Mars.
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His toy rocket broke, and he couldn't play with it anymore.
Example
Do you have a toy rocket that you like to play with?
Context: "movement"
(verb) to rocket means to move very quickly and suddenly, like a rocket. When someone or something rockets, they go up fast, like a car speeding away.
Example
The athlete rocketed past his competitors to win the race.
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The balloon did not rocket into the air; it floated slowly.
Example
Do you think the team will rocket to the top of the standings this season?
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